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My Name is Ryan.
I’m a Commercial Director based in Michigan by way of California and Oregon.
My directing style is characterized by a natural ability to connect easily with others. Clients and collaborators describe me as a people-person.
I take an editorial approach to filmmaking, focusing on intentionally composed and stylized visuals that tell stories, highlight products and express concepts.
I have a growing interest in architecture and an inclination for grid based design systems. I’m a sucker for meeting at coffee shops and I'm oddly passionate about handwriting shot-lists on index cards.
Friday nights are spent watching films with the fam, weekends feature impromptu backyard hangs and Monday nights at 7 PM I play proper football with my best friends.
In 2020, I founded OSWALD WEST, a full - service creative production and storytelling studio based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
I have a B.A. in Cinema and Broadcast Arts from Azusa Pacific University. Before relocating to Michigan, I was a Producer at Cinco Design in Portland, OR.
The Princess Bride (film) was released the year I was born.
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I live in Grand Rapids, MI with the love of my life and our three wild children.
When I am not with the fam or filmmaking, you can find me playing soccer football, hosting a movie night or enjoying an Americano at a café.
If you’re enjoying the work and the vibe, let’s connect :)
You’ll never walk alone.